Facilities Operations Supervisor

Polk County; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County in Iowa is hiring two Building Services Supervisors to oversee custodial, maintenance and groundskeeping for county facilities. Shifts include a day shift 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and an afternoon/evening shift 1:00 p.m.

to 9:30 p.m. You will plan, assign, and evaluate work and coordinate with tenants to keep buildings safe and operable. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four years of building maintenance experience with leadership.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in general building maintenance with leadership experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• OSHA certifications preferred.
• Must pass post-employment physical examination and capacity testing.
• CPR/AED and First Aid training required within six months of hire.
• Forklift certification required within three months of hire.
• Criminal background check required.
• Drug screen required prior to final offer.
• Valid State of Iowa driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, direct, and evaluate the work of Building Services staff, aligning with County policies and quality standards.
• Prepare, prioritize, and distribute work assignments and schedules; adjust as priorities change; coordinate maintenance with tenants.
• Monitor and evaluate facilities for safety and maintenance; coordinate projects and inspect equipment.
• Maintain County grounds, parking lots, sidewalks, and building exteriors; manage lawns, trees, shrubs, and beds.
• Advise and train staff on cleaning methods, safety training, and chemical usage; ensure safety protocols.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory; track time, materials, and costs; prepare maintenance records and cost estimates.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Supervision

Facilities maintenance

Safety training

Record keeping

Communication

MS Office

Field inspections

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Computerized work order system

Job description

Polk County in Iowa is hiring two Building Services Supervisors to oversee custodial, maintenance and groundskeeping for county facilities. Shifts include a day shift 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and an afternoon/evening shift 1:00 p.m.

to 9:30 p.m. You will plan, assign, and evaluate work and coordinate with tenants to keep buildings safe and operable. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four years of building maintenance experience with leadership.